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escadinha-do-céu

Nephrolepis cordifolia

Not Evaluated

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in moist, shaded forest floors and tropical canopies.

Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa, Zambia, Zimbabwe), Asia (Taiwan), Europe (Italy, Portugal, Sweden), North America (Cuba, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (New Zealand), and South America (Brazil, Colombia).

Names in Other Languages

Portuguese escadinha-do-céu

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of escadinha-do-céu?
The scientific name of escadinha-do-céu is Nephrolepis cordifolia. It belongs to the genus Nephrolepis.
Where does escadinha-do-céu live?
escadinha-do-céu is found in Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa, Zambia, Zimbabwe), Asia (Taiwan), Europe (Italy, Portugal, Sweden), North America (Cuba, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (New Zealand), and South America (Brazil, Colombia).. Countries include Brazil, Colombia, Cuba, Italy, New Zealand, Portugal, South Africa, Sweden, Taiwan, United States.
What family does escadinha-do-céu belong to?
escadinha-do-céu (Nephrolepis cordifolia) belongs to the genus Nephrolepis, which is part of the taxonomic family Nephrolepidaceae.
What kingdom does escadinha-do-céu belong to?
escadinha-do-céu (Nephrolepis cordifolia) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (plantas).
What are the closest relatives of escadinha-do-céu?
The closest relatives of escadinha-do-céu in the genus Nephrolepis include feto-espada, basket fern, Asian swordfern, Streamside Swordfern.

Native Range — 12 Countries

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